Posts Tagged "bicycle brakes"

Whether you’re commuting on city streets or racing down mountain passes, your brakes are one of the most important parts of your bicycle. If you can hear a lot of noise when you squeeze your levers, it probably means your braking power is compromised. These simple fixes will hush your ride and help you get back to optimum stopping power.

What It Sounds Like: Sh-sh-sh-sh; A whooshing type noise when you feather the brakes.

The Culprit: That sound you hear is probably due to dirt and grime buildup.